In Loving Memory of “Jo C”

Ms McGillicuddy · June 24

I’m reaching out, again, on behalf of my beautiful mom, Johanna “Jo C” Richardson, a passionate Peer Volunteer for nearly 20 years.

Many of you knew that Jo C had been diagnosed with a progressive lung disease a couple of years ago. The disease did progress and Mom passed away peacefully at home the evening of June 19, 2025, surrounded by her husband and children. She was in no pain and she did not struggle. It was a loving send-off. While we are heartbroken and miss her dearly, she was at peace within herself, which brings us great peace.

I’ve attached a pic of her pending obituary and a couple of other pics. Did you know she was 83 years old? If you didn’t, I hope she doesn’t haunt me for spilling the beans on her age!

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being such an integral and fulfilling part of mom’s life. She loved making a difference and she loved loved loved this community.

Warmly,

~Susan
(Jo C’s daughter)

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loveskitties · June 24

Thank you for letting us know. She has been sorely missed on this group. We all had hopes for some health improvement for her.

Please know that to all of us here, she was more than a voice of experience and knowledge. She was a friend. She was one super lady we won't forget.

Prayers for all who loved her. May peace fill your hearts in the space she left.

Ms McGillicuddy · June 24

Thank you very much, loveskitties. Do take good care. ♥️

BethL · June 24

I appreciated Jo's wit, wisdom and genuine caring so much. She was an absolute wealth of knowledge and helped so many people here. Thank you for letting us know about her passing. May God comfort you all as you adjust to life without her.

sandwichone123 · June 24

Thank you so much for letting us know. Jo C was so helpful and knowledgeable, and I know I and many others will miss her here. I appreciate your stopping by and sharing some additional background and those amazing pictures. Hers was a life well spent.

Ms McGillicuddy · June 24

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Thank you, BethL. ♥️

Ms McGillicuddy · June 24

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Thank you, Sandwichone123. Johanna definitely had a very full life. Take care! ♥️

Scooterr · June 24

Thank You for letting us care givers know of her passing. Such a wonderful, wonderful lady. Jo C was such a blessing. She was a wealth of knowledge and always, always had positive comments. I could go on and on about our Jo C. Thank you for the pics. She will be truly missed.

Ms McGillicuddy · June 24

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Thank you so much, Scooterr. ♥️

Quilting brings calm · June 24

I am so sorry for your family’s loss. She was a source of wisdom for so many of us.

Dio · June 24

Thank you for the sad update but beautiful photos! She will be missed very much. Knowing that she's now in a good place is good enough, I suppose…😥

Lorita · June 24

Susan, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. We have enjoyed learning many things from Jo and have missed her the past year or so. I'm sorry there was not a way to communicate with you privately- I do good to.be able to post.

Your mother was loved and respected and will be missed by everyone. The picture of your mom on April 17 was so sweet. She still had that playful look that came through in her posts. Thank you again for letting us know. Everyone on our forum is better for having known your mother. May she rest in peace until we meet again in a better place. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.

Ms McGillicuddy · June 24

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Thank you, Quilting ♥️

Ms McGillicuddy · June 24

Thank you so much, Dio ♥️

Ms McGillicuddy · June 24

Thank you so much, Lorita. Mom loved her friendships here. Please do take care. ♥️

Iris L. · June 24

Your mom Jo C was a wonderful person and a wonderful advocate for all of us here on the boards. She spoke so lovingly about her family. She had a great sense of humor. Please extend my condolences to your family.

Iris

Ms McGillicuddy · June 24

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Thank you, Iris. Some of her staff, some years ago, made her a special sign for her office that said, “Dragon slaying upon request!” She was, indeed, an amazing advocate!♥️

trottingalong · June 24

https://alzconnected.org/discussion/73360/in-loving-memory-of-jo-c

Wonderful photos and a beautiful send off. She really has been missed here and I hope she truly knew how many of us she helped over the years. Thank you for sharing with us.

GothicGremlin · June 24

Oh, Susan, I'm so sorry about your mom. She was a wonderful person.

She was one of the first people I encountered on this site. She was SO helpful to me … really, a godsend. Like others have said, she was a wealth of information, and I really appreciated her.

I'm glad her passing was peaceful.

Condolences to you and all of your family.

JeriLynn66 · June 24

Susan and family,

I am so grateful for Jo C., her wit and wisdom. Her eyes tell the story of her loving commitment to serving others. May she rest in peace; and may you and your family find comfort in your memories.

Jeri Lynn

Joe C. · June 24

Thank you for sharing her story and pictures. Jo C. was a great advocate and provided much support during my journey. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Mint · June 24

Susan and family

JoC loved helping people here on the forum. She was still able to be an Advocate, and help slay dragons.

Comforting to know she was at peace as I know the road she traveled in the end is a tough one.

Thanking you for sharing and providing us with closure.

May your family find comfort and peace during this time.

mrahope · June 24

I have benefitted greatly from her wisdom. My condolences to you all. May her memory be a blessing.

harshedbuzz · June 24

Thank you so much for taking the time to share this sad news.

Your mother touched so many of us here. The wisdom and kindness she showed me when I first landed in this place helped me a great deal. I am forever grateful.

HB